Japanese swords are called "metal made art." The once lost techniques used to make them prior to the 16th century are now on the verge of rediscovery.

First broadcast on Johan Leutwiler, from Switzerland, is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith. In a Japanophiles ...

"The Sword of Doom" (1966 ... Nukiuchi refers to placing your hand on the hilt of the katana, then drawing and attacking immediately as your opponent approaches. It is the art of performing ...

The Art of Hand-Forging: A Tradition of Mastery Crafting a hand-forged katana requires skill and dedication that span centuries. Master swordsmiths utilize traditional Japanese techniques passed down ...